Wi‑Fi Embedded Systems Engineer for IoT

Eagle Wireless; British Columbia; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Wireless is seeking a Software Engineer - Wi-Fi to design, develop, and maintain Linux-based embedded systems for IoT devices. You will focus on Wi-Fi connectivity, networking, and edge-device integration, collaborating with hardware, software, and cloud teams to deliver secure, scalable IoT solutions.

The role requires 3+ years in Wi-Fi networking development, strong C/C++, embedded Linux, and experience with Wi-Fi chipsets. Canadian work eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Wi-Fi networking development (protocol stack or firmware).
• Hands-on experience with Wi-Fi chipsets and firmware (Qualcomm, Broadcom, or similar).
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming, embedded Linux, and system programming.
• Knowledge of Linux OS internals and networking concepts (TCP/IP, sockets, routing).
• Familiarity with Wi-Fi standards (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) and security protocols (WPA/WPA2/WPA3).
• Experience with packet analysis tools (Wireshark, Tcpdump).
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and Agile development methodologies.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and optimize Linux-based network systems for Wi-Fi-enabled IoT devices and gateways.
• Develop and maintain software modules for Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11 standards) and related networking features.
• Implement and maintain device drivers, daemons, and system services for Wi-Fi chipsets.
• Debug and resolve Linux system software issues across kernel, Yocto Project build framework, middleware, and application layers.
• Analyze network logs using tools like Wireshark and Tcpdump to troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Collaborate with hardware and QA teams for platform bring-up and validation.
• Participate in embedded system architecture design and performance optimization.
• Provide technical support to customers and cross-functional teams for field or production issues.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Embedded Linux

System programming

Linux OS internals

Networking concepts

Wi‑Fi standards

WPA/WPA3

Wireshark

Tcpdump

Git

Agile methodologies

Eligibility to work in Canada

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Git

Wireshark

Tcpdump

Yocto Project

Job description

Eagle Wireless is seeking a Software Engineer - Wi-Fi to design, develop, and maintain Linux-based embedded systems for IoT devices. You will focus on Wi-Fi connectivity, networking, and edge-device integration, collaborating with hardware, software, and cloud teams to deliver secure, scalable IoT solutions.

The role requires 3+ years in Wi-Fi networking development, strong C/C++, embedded Linux, and experience with Wi-Fi chipsets. Canadian work eligibility is required.